Observation Reviews
Observation spins a chilling and seductive science fiction tale of suspense and mystery, juxtaposed against strong adventure gameplay and stellar production values.
For whatever visual blemishes show up, or for however far the third act strays, Observation remains a deeply fascinating experience.
Observation is truly a thinking person's game... and it's a rare gem for that.
If you’re after an experience like no other, that will challenge your problem-solving skills in logical and believable ways, you absolutely need to play Observation. It’s one of the most compelling and surprising games I’ve played in recent years. Its biggest achievement, though, is that it didn’t make me feel like I was playing a game; it made me feel like I was genuinely assisting a crew member in distress.
Observation is an unnerving, beautiful, and captivating space station thriller that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
Observation is a thought provoking, eerie space drama with dubious computers, failing equipment, and very threatening geometry. Don't let it get away from you.
Overall it’s a fresh change from the standard jump scare, or shooter mechanic that we have so much of today. It’s a compelling story and one worth putting some time into puzzle solving to uncover.
A statement that although might be a disservice to the advances we've seen in recent years when it comes to interactive story-driven titles, solidifies Observation as a great work of sci-fi fiction.
Observation is grander than Stories Untold, more ambitious by half, but equally fascinating and inventive.
Observation is a fantastic game, bringing gripping science fiction and unique gameplay together for a truly remarkable experience.
If No Code hadn't already gotten its name out there as a strong storyteller with Stories Untold, this game would've put the studio on the map. Observation is everything I hoped it would be.
Observation is a fantastic horror game thanks to its twisting plot, well-realized setting, and challenging puzzles
Observation's novel approach to puzzle design and gripping plot combine to create a unique science-fiction experience.
Observation is one of the best pieces of science fiction in recent memory, and touchy controls can't hold this title back from being an incredible title.
Observation is one of the most immersive interactive narrative-based games I've played outside of Virtual Reality. Instead of taking control of the protagonist directly, you'll be in control of the AI which can traverse through the various systems as you investigate the disappearance of the crew. You'll be fooled into thinking you're watching an '80s Sci-fi film with all of the VHS post-effects and familiar surroundings which look like they've been ripped right out of the set from Alien. Although built around the incredibly strong narrative and immersive interactions, you'll have to overcome various puzzles as you move around the ship trying to uncover the truth.
NoCode second game is just brilliant. Observation is a “walking sim”, that easily can make us feel like HAL 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey. The studio created a story filled with tension and an unexpected ending. Also the art direction and interface design is one of the greatest I've ever seen this generation.
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Observation is clever, but it’s also astoundingly dumb.
The key to crafting an effective user interface, via video game or otherwise, is a careful balancing act of priorities both aesthetic and utilitarian. The location of the interface, how it functions, who is the user, and how is the interface meant to be seen are all questions and considerations that inform the shape and presentation of a plausible, functional user interface.
It’s written extremely well, but I’m sure some players will be frustrated when the game doesn’t answer some of the questions that it raises.